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Espanola mother/daughter duo pen book series about … a very special dog named Bandit

By Rosalind Russell – A mother/daughter duo in Espanola has penned a book series for kids, and it is all about a dog named Bandit who is with us in spirit.Shelly Wikiruk and her daughter, Sarah Belanger, have released a … Continue reading

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Nairn & Hyman Township Firefighters hosting food drive 

By Rosalind Russell – The Nairn & Hyman Township Firefighters are hosting a food drive to stock shelves at their local food bank.  Officials say anyone wishing to donate is asked to drop by the fire hall on December 11th … Continue reading

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Espanola High School Movember raises thousands 

By Rosalind Russell – There is a teacher at Espanola High School who will be sporting a different look throughout December following the Movember challenge.  Teachers, staff and students worked hard throughout the month of November to raise funds and … Continue reading

Community consultation in the works for tourism strategy in Elliot Lake 

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake council has given approval to move forward on a community consultation to develop a tourism strategy for the city.  Manager of Economic Development, Steve Antunes asked council for its approval to spend just over … Continue reading

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Bylaw officer provides clarity on dog-at-large issue in SSRT

By Rosalind Russell – The bylaw officer who oversees compliance in several communities along the North Shore Corridor says some clarification is needed about dogs running at large. Richard Paquette of Rainbow District Animal Services and By-Law Enforcement, says the … Continue reading

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Community Fund Proposals now being accepted for United Way’s 2024-25 

By Rosalind Russell – If a community organization in our local coverage areas including the North Shore Corridor and Manitoulin Island are looking for funding, United Way Centraide Northeast Ontario is now taking applications.  Executive Director, Mary Lou Hussak, says … Continue reading

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2024 Hunger Report shows over a million still need help 

By Rosalind Russell – Feed Ontario released its 2024 Hunger Report last Friday, revealing that record-high food bank use has surpassed the capacity and resources of the provincial food bank network.   Carolyn Stewart, CEO of Feed Ontario says as released … Continue reading

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Cambrian College inaugural Christmas gathering introduces new bursary/honours three locals 

By Rosalind Russell – Cambrian College’s Inaugural Christmas gathering held this past Saturday in Espanola was an opportunity to introduce a new bursary specific to the local area and to say thank you to three key role models in the … Continue reading

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Moose initiatives provide supports to many 

By Rosalind Russell – Both Moose stations in the local area had successful initiatives this weekend to help those in need.  Moose FM 94.1 out of Elliot Lake held their Christmas Toy Drive Radiothon in support of the Salvation Army … Continue reading

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Algoma Public Health brings lived experiences to the forefront in new Toxic Drug Report  

   By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health has launched a community-driven report about the Toxic Drugs in Algoma, recommending more community involvement at all levels.  Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. John Tuinema says the report features the voices … Continue reading

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